Overview
Beyond the temples lies a rural landscape which is often little changed since the days of Jayavarman VII. To depart Siem Reap having seen only the temple ruins is to miss contemporary Khmer culture and a living history of rice and fishing subsistence lifestyles that reflecting the Angkorian Era.
Highlights
- Srah Srang “Royal Bath” Reservoir
- Back road of local village
- Local Village “Preah Dak” excursion
- The contemporary Traditional Khmer Houses
- The pink stone “Banteay Srey Temple”
Itinerary
Morning: The tour activities will begin with two-wheeled adventure at Srah Srang, as you pedal off to Pre Rup temple. Discover rural and hidden Cambodia away from the crowds, departing from the main road as you explore countryside back roads, waving at locals as you cycle to Banteay Samre temple, with Angkor Wat-style architecture and artistry (built by Suryavarman II) and its looming lion statues.
Continue back on the main road, with the opportunity to stop at contemporary Khmer a living history and culture of Preah Dak Village where you will learn and see beyond Angkor about Khmer crafts, such as bamboo basketry. Get the chance to taste Khmer noodles and/or snacks which are a delicacy of this Angkorian attraction area and locals are known to come all the way from Phnom Penh to buy these here, as well as the chance to try sugar palm sweets – great for your sweet tooth.
After the explore of the local village you will be transfer by vehicle heading for lunch at the local restaurant on the way to Banteay Srey Temple
Afternoon: Begin again and travel through pretty villages and rice paddies to explore the beautiful Banteay Srei [AD967] distance 37km from Siem Reap town. This beautiful pink sandstone temple is well-known for its intricate carvings, of which hardly any space is left untouched and its perfect state of preservation.
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